Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty.
- Mix granulated and brown sugars with the browned butter.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips.
- Chilling the dough is essential for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian